Miami, FL – Multiple tropical systems are active across the Atlantic and Eastern Pacific this week, according to a Wednesday update from the National Hurricane Center. The agency is tracking Tropical Storm Jerry, Hurricane Priscilla, and two additional systems showing signs of development.
According to NOAA, Tropical Storm Jerry continues moving over the central Atlantic and could strengthen into a hurricane by Friday as it nears the northern Leeward Islands. Tropical Storm Watches are in effect for the Leeward Islands, and residents across the British and U.S. Virgin Islands are urged to monitor updates closely.
In the Eastern Pacific, Hurricane Priscilla is moving parallel to the coast of Baja California Sur, where a Tropical Storm Watch remains in effect through Thursday. NOAA warns that heavy rainfall from Priscilla could cause flash flooding through the weekend in northern Mexico and parts of the southwestern United States. Dangerous surf and rip currents are also expected.
Meanwhile, Tropical Storm Octave lingers south of Baja California but is expected to weaken by Thursday. Another system in the Gulf of Tehuantepec may develop into a tropical depression later this week if it remains over open water, potentially bringing further rain and coastal hazards to southern Mexico.
Residents across the Caribbean, Mexico, and the southwestern U.S. are advised to stay alert and follow local forecasts for new advisories.
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